Barbara Simpson recounts a couple of road rage incidents, talks about her reactions then recounts one last week, an encounter with a cussing Vet!
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I had someone rage at me for following the law, and driving 25 mph in a construction zone. (sign said to do so). He confronted me (when I pulled over to let him pass) red faced, and very angry. I remembered something from church about turning the other cheek, and offering help.
I said to him (when he approached my window – after blocking me on the construction zone – and getting out of his car), ” you’re very angry and upset. What can I do to help you?” He was so stunned that he told me WHY he was angry. We were both in tears after a lengthy conversation (confidential, so I cannot reveal what we discussed). I made him promise never to do that again because it is dangerous to do so.
It takes time to defuse anger, and people are hungry for contact. The veteran wanted you to acknowledge his service, and maybe even ask him how he was doing. It was an opportunity to offer aide to an elder.
Road rage in this area is very troubling. I see it more and more as our population is radically increasing, and there are more cars on the road. I hate driving and traffic so much that I ride my bike on the quiet and peaceful trails in our area. It actually takes less time to get where I’m going on a bike than in a car.
I would like to hear more talk shows on this topic. I’m tempted to audition for a talk show on transportation issues and traffic in our area. I don’t know how to be “live” on air. I grew up with a DJ father, (he was station manager at KOIT radio). Despite this, I would definitely need coaching before submitting an audion. I worked on a project at the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, and have met Randy Rentschler, the MTC’s legislative and public affairs director. I have also followed this KQED special on “Boomtown,”.facing growth in our area. A plan for 21st Century transportation is very weak, and I’m afraid we’re facing.massive gridlock. Here is a link to the series.
http://ww2.kqed.org/news/2015/01/21/what-is-the-bay-areas-plan-for-21st-century-transportation/
Thank you for your show!